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find your edge

The job of your dreams ...

your reach

it’s all within

a career you love ... a life that is amazing, exciting and enriching on every level.

But first you need to find your edge.

Your “edge” is who you are, and who you’re meant to be.

The things you learn, and experiences you have.

It’s what you do better than anyone else.

At Hofstra University, we help you discover that edge.

Sharpen it.

And use it to achieve your boldest ambitions.

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unlock your

It’s all about opportunity.

Work closely with elite professors.

Use serious technology.

Tap into the most exciting city in the world.

Explore.

Experience.

Connect.

It all happens at Hofstra University.

You learn. Change. Grow.

You get what you need, to do what you love.

And you get something more.

ConďŹ dence.

Focus.

Support.

For life.

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“Time management is my edge.

I am proud that I can be so active on campus and keep up my GPA.” “HOFSTRA is … gorgeous.

It’s the campus you see in your head when you imagine what college should look like.” >> Emily Miethner, Class of 2010 Major: Marketing Minor: Fine Arts Activities: Frisbee Club, Flying Dutchmen, American Marketing Association (Hofstra chapter) Hometown: Marlborough, MA

HOFSTRA WHO’S WHO Judges and CEOs, actors and athletes, entrepreneurs and writers.

Our distinguished alumni include: Marvel Studios former CEO Avi Arad U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Maryanne Trump Barry Golden State Warriors guard Speedy Claxton Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Willie Colon New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marques Colston

We have You get

We offer You get

We are You get

small class sizes; an average student/faculty ratio of 14-to-1. personal attention from outstanding faculty – guiding you and challenging you to achieve your best.

an enormous variety of majors and electives – driven by practical application and hands-on learning. to build your own degree program, work with world-class equipment and technology, and gain real skills for the real world.

located on Long Island, a mere 25 miles from New York City (a short train ride away). limitless internship and job opportunities; exposure to the arts, culture, theater, museums and entertainment.

Academy Award-winning filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola Best-selling author Nelson DeMille Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Raheem Morris Tiffany & Co. President James E. Quinn Everybody Loves Raymond creator Philip Rosenthal Designer and television personality Leslie Segrete Former NASDAQ® Chairman Frank G. Zarb

So how do you get on this list?

We live You get

on a lively, dynamic, beautiful campus … with countless clubs, sports, concerts, events, activities, and students from all across the United States and the world.

Applying to Hofstra is a good start.

amazing experiences – academic, social, cultural – that broaden your horizons, shape your mind, and build your personal and professional network. hofstra.edu 3

Find the degree you love.

passion

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Then bend it and shape it to meet your needs and goals.

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Wired, wireless and world-class Aspiring filmmakers get their hands on hot new digital cameras.

Future analysts work the markets in our simulated trading room.

Students refine their language skills in our digital Language Learning Center.

Dancers and musicians practice and perform on world-class stages.

Students access our state-of-the-art library with more than 1.2 million print volumes.

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Hofstra gives you best-in-class technology and resources – to bring your learning to life. All on a wired (and wireless) campus, featuring the only Internet2 connection among private colleges on Long Island.

Frank G. Zarb School of Business

The Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University believes that the best business education provides students with sound knowledge in their field of concentration, as well as a broad, well-rounded program of study guided by experienced faculty who are committed to excellence. Within an environment that values diversity, the Zarb School fosters the personal and professional growth of its various constituencies and cultivates awareness of ethical issues and social responsibility.

Recognized as one of the top 15 M.B.A. in Marketing programs by The Princeton Review’s “Student Opinion Honors for Business Schools” and ranked by BusinessWeek among the top 100 undergraduate business programs, the Zarb School provides its students with a high-quality educational experience that requires rigor, relevance, and a thorough exploration of the application of business knowledge and skills in an ever-changing and increasingly global business environment.

IN FOCUS

Ahmet Karagozoglu, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Finance 2009 Teacher of the Year

“As the academic director of the Zarb School’s Martin B. Greenberg Trading Room, I am very happy that Hofstra students receive hands-on experience with world-class resources such as the Bloomberg Professional terminals. I am excited to teach in the trading room, and our students are extremely motivated to take courses in this unique learning facility. The skills they learn in the trading room make them even more marketable in the ever-changing world of finance.”

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ADERA DOUGLAS-FREEMAN

EDWARD ERANI

Sophomore – Marketing

Senior – Entrepreneurship

What do you like best about Hofstra?

What brought you to Hofstra?

“The teachers. They’re willing to work with you outside the classroom. One of my teachers, Professor [Joel] Evans, told us to come see him not only if we have questions about class, but if we have any questions about Hofstra or about life. It’s always great when you have teachers who love what they do.”

“It’s close to home. I grew up in Brooklyn; I didn’t want the real city life, but I wanted to be close to the city. I also liked the idea of a private school and small class size. I had some friends who were here who gave me feedback; after visiting, I didn't think twice.” hofstra.edu 5

School of Communication

The School of Communication offers a liberal arts-based program of study in all forms of communication. Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate program options offered through the Departments of Radio, Television, Film; Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations; and Speech Communication, Rhetoric, and Performance Studies.

At Hofstra’s School of Communication, students receive an education with real-world applications, close to the heart of the media world. Hofstra’s accomplished faculty and access to advanced resources help students find their edge.

Our journalism students practice their craft by reporting for Nassau News, Pulse Magazine, or the Hofstra Chronicle, and our television majors work with them on both curricular and extracurricular shows produced in Dempster Hall. A majority of our radio majors are members of WRHU, Radio Hofstra University, which has the largest radio news department on Long Island. And many of our students are active members of various professional organizations, such as PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America), POISE (Professional Organization in Speech Education), and HABJ (Hofstra Association of Broadcast Journalists), as well as student organizations such as HFC (Hofstra Filmmakers Club) and HEAT (Hofstra Entertainment Access Television). These are just a few of the opportunities available for students to become involved at Hofstra while polishing their skills and preparing for their future.

Mary Anne Trasciatti, Ph.D. Associate Professor and Chair, Speech Communication, Rhetoric and Performance Studies 2009 Teacher of the Year

“I love teaching at Hofstra because the students are smart and very spirited. They’re not afraid to take risks, intellectually or personally, and that means I can take risks too. I can be very creative in the way I teach, which is really liberating and a lot of fun.”

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IN FOCUS ALESSANDRA MEDEIROS

DAVID GORDON

Junior – Video/Television

Senior – Journalism

What are some of the opportunities you were given at Hofstra that you think would not have been available for you in Brazil?

How has the School of Communication and Hofstra helped you grow throughout your time here?

“After my first week of class at Hofstra, I was already in the studio editing a radio assignment. The opportunities to do assignments, make mistakes, learn from them, and have someone available to answer questions are learning techniques that would not have been available to me in Brazil.”

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“I really came into my own last year with the presidential debate on October 15, 2008. I had no idea I would get to work on the debate coverage in the capacity that I did.

It was a huge turning point for me. It was a tremendous opportunity that I never figured I would be able to experience in a million years.”

School of Education, Health and Human Services

The School of Education, Health and Human Services prepares individuals for careers in the health and helping professions. Hagedorn Hall, home to this school, features state-of-the-art facilities with optimum technology. These resources, along with a dedicated faculty of renowned scholars, prepare students for a future in education or health and human services.

Hofstra’s School of Education, Health and Human Services provides the first professional training of tomorrow’s teachers and teacher-leaders. This school offers a wide range of undergraduate program options in teacher, counselor and administrator education that can lead to further higher education in the pursuit of certifications, graduate degrees, or advanced certificates. Human services programs include athletic training, community health and exercise specialist.

Bruce Torff, Ed.D. Professor of Curriculum and Teaching 2009 Teacher of the Year

“For me, being a teacher is not about disseminating content knowledge. It’s about being someone special in students’ lives, helping them make decisions about the future.

If you treat students with respect and run a class that’s fair and fun, you can make a course challenging.”

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IN FOCUS CHRISTINE O’NEILL ’09

DEANA VALAREZO

Spanish and Foreign Language Education

Senior – Community Health

How would you describe your undergraduate experience at Hofstra?

Why did you choose your major?

“Enriching and exciting. I have had the unique opportunity to develop relationships with many of my professors. In high school, I had a whole year to establish a relationship with a teacher. At Hofstra — in a relatively short period of time — I was still able to receive great mentorship from professors who truly cared about my success as a student and a future educator.”

“I chose to join the School of Education, Health and Human Services in my sophomore year because I enjoy helping others and would like to enter the health profession.

I am vice president of Hofstra Roteract, which is a club that supports world health. I have learned a great deal throughout my years at Hofstra University, and I have been given many opportunities to grow. Without Hofstra and the great professors in the Department of Health Professions and Family Studies, my experience as a community health major would not have been as rewarding.” hofstra.edu 7

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences believes that the liberal arts – the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences – are the foundation for all higher education. The main objective of a liberal arts education is to enable students, working with faculty and with one another in an atmosphere of freedom and tolerance, to gain an understanding of how people have attempted throughout history to render the breadth of human experience intelligible. A liberal arts education develops critical thinking skills and the ability to access and analyze information and ideas in a technologically sophisticated world.

Students also master the oral and written communication skills required for active ethical participation in a society characterized by increasing interdependence and diversity.

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is further committed to broadly cultivating the moral judgment, aesthetic sensibilities, and emotional maturity of students to prepare them for lives of social responsibility as members of their local, national, and global communities.

Robert Leonard, Ph.D. Professor of Linguistics and Chair, Department of Comparative Literature and Languages 2009 Teacher of the Year

A brilliant college president once told me, ‘Colleges and universities have qualities you can almost sum up in human personality terms.’ It’s true, I thought. Hofstra is forwardthinking and adaptable, intelligent, always wanting to do better and be better – exactly like so many of its students. And that is a great reason to teach here.”

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IN FOCUS CHRISTIAAN PEREZ

RAFAEL BENOIT

First-Year Student – LEAP

Senior – Drama

(Legal Education Accelerated Program)

Have you always been interested in politics?

“The Model United Nations in my sophomore year in high school really opened my eyes to the process of international relations and the importance of it. I created a Model United Nations Club here at Hofstra. Next year, we’re going to work on expanding it to become a much more international club.”

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What are the strengths of Hofstra’s Department of Drama and Dance?

“My studies at Hofstra have helped me to develop technique and the ability to categorize and understand characters.

Learning how to research roles in theater, film and literature is also an important part of my studies. As I result, I am the recipient of a theater arts fellowship from Columbia University that will allow me to pursue a Master of Fine Arts.”

Hofstra University Honors College

Hofstra University Honors College is an intimate community of students, faculty and administrators committed to challenging and supporting one another in the pursuit of excellence at all levels. Our students can choose from any undergraduate major, from music to mechanical engineering. Many can be found in leadership roles in virtually every club and activity on campus. Hofstra University Honors College is a community dedicated to discovery and intellectual engagement.

All entering Honors College students begin their Hofstra careers with a two-semester sequence of four courses called Culture & Expression (C&E). Together, each year’s class follows a common reading list, attends class-wide lectures, and takes ownership of the materials via small group discussions with some of Hofstra’s best faculty.

Warren Frisina, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Religion and Dean, Hofstra University Honors College

“It’s about the conversation. Honors College is an invitation into a conversation that reaches back to the beginnings of human history and extends to the very specific questions, problems, hopes and dreams students bring to our classrooms and offices.”

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IN FOCUS CASSANDRA AUSTIN

BRIAN SHOICKET

Junior - English (major) Creative Writing and Literature (minor)

Senior - Religion

What do you like about Honors College?

Why did you choose Honors College?

I definitely feel like I have a place at Hofstra because of Honors College. It’s been great both socially and academically.

There’s always an opportunity to connect with people and to have fun; and even if I can’t make one event, Honors College is always sending out an e-mail for another.

I was looking for a challenge and a sense of community, and I found them both in Culture & Expression and honors housing.

The professors I have encountered through Honors College have been amazing. Their lectures are interesting, they encourage discussion, and they push you to think beyond what you’re used to. It is a very positive experience. hofstra.edu 9

meet your Tyler GreenPope Class of 2011 Major: Journalism Activity: Student Government Association Hometown: East Syracuse, NY

Tyler GreenPope knew what he was looking for in a university. As president of his high school television station for three years, he knew he wanted a college with a strong communication program and excellent facilities. With a newly opened converged newsroom and multimedia classroom, Hofstra offered the facilities he was looking for. An interview with Dr. Doug Friedlander, director of writing and assessment for the School for University Studies, convinced him that Hofstra was the right choice. “He was very friendly, funny, welcoming,” Tyler said.

Tyler, who was a Student Government Association representative his first year, was selected to chair the student committee for Educate ’08, a yearlong series of conferences, lectures and other events that preceded the October 15, 2008, presidential debate held at Hofstra. As chair of this committee, Tyler had a unique opportunity to participate in a national media event. “I was really honored, as a freshman, to be asked to take a powerful role like that,” he said.

For more of Tyler’s story, visit hofstra.edu/TylerG

Jill Reinholt Class of 2011 (Honors College) Major: Marketing Activity: Hofstra Marketing Association Hometown: Red Lion, PA

Jill Reinholt chose Hofstra University because of its proximity to New York City and because of the feeling she got when she first stepped foot on campus. “I did some surveys online, and Hofstra kept showing up, so I visited – and I loved it. It was by far the most welcoming university.” In Jill’s opinion, Hofstra has lived up to its promise.

As a first-year Honors College student, Jill was enrolled in Culture & Expression, a series of multidisciplinary courses designed to explore the connections among disciplines. “I’ve been amazed by the professors here ... I came in with the expectation that they would be more interested in their research, that students wouldn’t be their No. 1 priority. But that hasn’t been the case. They’re right there with us, and they’re willing to help.”

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Chloe Panayiotou Class of 2010

peers Andrew Schuetz

Major: Psychology Minor: Sociology 2009 International Student of the Year Hometown: Pathos, Cyprus

Chloe Panayiotou grew up in the small city of Pathos on the Mediterranean island nation of Cyprus. The youngest of two children, she knew early on that she wanted to come to the United States for college, and she had her heart set on studying in the New York area.

Class of 2011 Major: Entrepreneurship Activity: Spirit Support Hometown: Kennewick, WA

“It was always my dream to go to college in the United States. I was an independent child. My mom disagreed.

She wanted me to stay somewhere closer,” she said.

Andrew Schuetz knew in the sixth grade that he wanted to own his own business. When he found out that there was such a thing as an entrepreneurship major, he thought, “Wow! This is perfect.” For Andrew, deciding on a school meant choosing among the relatively few colleges and universities that offered an entrepreneurship major. “I sat in on a class at my top three choices,” he said, “and my classroom experience at Hofstra [in Dr. Hayes’ entrepreneurship class] just blew me away.”

But Chloe, who will be a senior in the fall, convinced her mother to accompany her on a tour of New York area colleges during her senior year in high school.

While she didn’t have time to take a full tour of Hofstra, she was impressed by the academic offerings and the Admission staff. So when it came time to select a college, she chose Hofstra.

Andrew’s first two years at Hofstra have been, in a word, “fantastic. There are so many opportunities here,” he said. “There are 170 clubs on campus, and there’s the city; it’s been a great experience.”

As a first-year student, Andrew enrolled in a First-Year Connections cluster that included economics and math courses. “The cluster was amazing,” he said, “and it was a nice way to meet other students with a common interest in business.”

For more of Andrew’s story, visit hofstra.edu/AndrewS

“I decided to come to Hofstra because the Psychology program here is really good and the location is ideal – close enough to New York City, but far enough away from the distractions of city life.”

It is a decision she said she would recommend enthusiastically to others. “I like everything about Hofstra – its location, the beautiful campus, the small classes, the school community, and school spirit.

Hofstra is a school where you can easily make friends and be a part of the school community while still being an individual.”

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meet your mentors

Professors make the difference.

Hofstra students learn from the best.

What does an average class size of 22 mean to you?

It means your professor will actually know who you are.

Focused on you. Working with you. Inspiring you.

At most universities, this is how only graduate students learn. At Hofstra, it’s like this for everyone.

At Hofstra

all classes are led by faculty, not teaching assistants.

We have more than 500 full-time faculty members – 90 percent of whom hold the highest degree in their respective fields – in addition to hundreds of expert professionals imparting real-world knowledge as adjunct professors. They include Fulbright and Emmy Award® winners, recipients of Guggenheim Fellowships, scholars, researchers, scientists, business leaders. Experienced. And respected.

And they are dedicated, personally, to their students. To you.

Our professors take pride in being highly accessible – during office hours and after hours – welcoming your questions and offering advice.

To help you get the most out of every class.

Another important way you’ll find your edge.

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Join clubs, sports and more.

Hofstra gives you hundreds of ways to expand your interests, make friends, build leadership and professional skills, and more – with an ever-expanding list of sports, clubs and organizations. If you don’t see one that you’re interested in, we encourage you to start a new one.

Hofstra students Write, shoot and edit their own films in the Filmmakers Club Advocate for human rights in ONE – Hofstra Chapter Sharpen their fencing skills for competitions Connect with professional recruiters in the Accounting Society ... and much more. on campus around campus getting around concerts malls Long Island Rail Road movies IMAX theater Hofstra courtesy buses video game room museums Long Island buses indoor pool restaurants fitness and beaches recreation centers

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Our sports teams have brought home 30 conference championships in the last eight years.

All part of our winning attitude.

Hofstra hosted the third and final 2008 presidential debate. Once selected as the site of the debate, Hofstra launched Educate ’08, a yearlong learning experience for students and the entire community.

This series included more than 150 lectures, concerts and other programs that engaged our students and the community and attracted thousands of visitors to campus.

Define ’09: New Challenges, New Solutions, our follow-up series, seeks to examine the new presidential administration, the challenges we face, and ways to address our nation’s most pressing issues.

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Hofstra students in China during a summer study abroad program.

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experience

your

This is college ... make the most of it.

This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to try, explore, visit and do – and learn about far more than you’ll find in a textbook. Hofstra gives you ample opportunity to add to your college experience. study abroad The economy: global. The world: shrinking. Studying abroad is one of the most exciting, enlightening things to do while you’re at college – and Hofstra makes it easy. Choose from a tremendous selection of summer programs (in countries like China, Italy, Mexico or Ecuador), or explore semester–long or academic–year options (in cities like London, Paris, Amsterdam or Melbourne). Our study abroad advisers will give you all the information you need to take advantage of this opportunity.

Learn more at hofstra.edu/studyabroad

get real experience What are three reasons Hofstra offers the best internship opportunities anywhere? Location, location, location. We have strong relationships with global corporations, national organizations, and emerging companies across Long Island and New York City ... to give our students experience in virtually any industry or career. Apply your knowledge, earn credit, get references – and graduate with a serious step ahead of the competition. Our Career Center is your connection to top professionals in every industry ... not just in New York City, but all around the United States and the world.

Learn more at hofstra.edu/career

give back Finding your edge isn’t all about career and competitive advantage. It’s also about nurturing your heart and soul. A great way to do that is to reach out to others and share your talents. From the many charitable works of Circle K to our Saltzman Community Services Center to a variety of ways to help out at nearby schools, senior centers and beyond ... Hofstra encourages our students to get involved.

earn while you learn Perched on the doorstep of one of the most amazing cities in the world, you’ll probably need some spending money. Once again, Hofstra can help. In addition to a wide variety of flexible job opportunities on campus, you can also find parttime employment at businesses all around Hofstra.

Learn more at hofstra.edu/studentemployment

“ At Hofstra, we encourage students to expand the breadth of their knowledge by examining, understanding, and influencing the diverse world in which we live.”

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Hofstra alumnus Phil Rosenthal, creator, producer and writer for Everybody Loves Raymond.

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connections

Start smart.

Our comprehensive First-Year Connections program gives you the who, what, where, when and how of life at Hofstra.

To help you start connecting, from day one.

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Nicholas Croce, Class of ’95 President, DOAR Litigation Consulting, recently named one of Deloitte’s Fast 50 (NY’s fastest-growing technology companies)

Accomplish more with a Hofstra degree ... a job you love, and an edge for life.

Total support — We have all the programs and resources of a huge university, but with one big difference: we’re not a huge university. So you get personal attention and advice, whenever you need it. Admission counselors, faculty, student support services, career advisement experts ... everyone is here to guide you and help you get where you need to go.

Plug in to

our alumni network.

You know all those smart, successful and famous Hofstra alumni we’ve been talking about? When you get your Hofstra degree, you become part of this same network – for job opportunities, advice and referrals.

There are more than 100,000 Hofstra alumni living and working in nearly all 50 U.S. states and 70 foreign countries!

Learn more at hofstra.edu/alumni

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Debra Sandler, Class of ’82 Worldwide President, McNeil Nutritionals, LLC, a $1 billion subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson

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your questions Q. What sets Hofstra University apart?

A. An outstanding faculty, an ideal location (on Long Island, within an hour of New York City), a campus so beautiful it’s a nationally recognized arboretum, breakthrough academic programs, and state-of-the-art facilities – these are just a few of the ways Hofstra stands apart from other colleges and universities.

Q. Did you say “arboretum”?

A. Yes, we did. Hofstra’s lush, 240-acre campus is one of 500 institutions with membership in the American Public Gardens Association. With more than 12,000 trees, as well as flowers, bushes and more than 60 outdoor sculptures, the campus offers students a beautiful, inspiring setting.

Q. What can I do outside the classroom at Hofstra?

A. Hofstra has an energized campus – with more than 500 cultural events on campus each year, more than 170 student clubs and organizations, and a competitive NCAA Division I athletic program.

Q. What if I like smaller classes, where the professors actually know me by name?

A. Then Hofstra is a perfect choice for you. Hofstra keeps class size small, averaging just 22 students, and the student/faculty ratio at 14-to-1 to ensure that students receive the personal attention they need.

Q. You mentioned that Hofstra is near New York City. What can I do there?

A. What can’t you do there? This is the most amazing city. Sample thousands of restaurants. Visit museums, sports arenas, galleries. See a Broadway show. Visit Top of the Rock. You could go every day for four years and still not see it all. And when you’re ready to seek an internship or start your career, you’ll find opportunities at some of the world’s largest and most prestigious companies.

Q. When it’s time to find a job, will Hofstra help?

A. Absolutely. Hofstra’s Career Center will help you prepare for a career from your first day on campus and will continue to provide career guidance long after you’ve graduated.

Q. I want to explore New York City, but I don’t have a car. Can I do that?

A. We’re a five-minute ride by car or bus from a Long Island Rail Road station, which can take you directly to midtown Manhattan in 45 minutes, day or night. And Hofstra shuttle buses provide transportation to and from the local train station.

Q. If I do have a car, can I keep it on campus?

A. Absolutely. Unlike many colleges and universities, Hofstra permits all students to park on campus.

You just need a registration sticker (which is free for students).

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... answered Q. Where will I eat and sleep? Who will my roommate be?

A. We have 21 on-campus eateries, with everything from pizza to Asian cuisine to salad to deli, vegan dishes, hand-rolled pretzels, whatever you wish. You’ll find a wide variety of residence halls, including two that are reserved for first-year students only, and we’ll help match you with a roommate – as we do for all first-year students.

Q. Is Hofstra safe?

A. At Hofstra, we are committed to the safety of our students. Safety measures include high-tech security in all residence halls and a professional staff of more than 65 Public Safety officers (as well as hundreds of student safety employees). In addition, we recently implemented an emergency response plan to enhance our crisis communication capabilities.

An overview of this plan is available at hofstra.edu/publicsafety

Q. How hard is it to get into Hofstra?

A. In the past two years, slightly more than 50 percent of applicants were admitted – so it’s very competitive. For the Class of 2013, the average SAT score is 1186 and average GPA is 3.39, while mid-range SAT scores for students admitted in fall 2009 are 1110-1250 (accurate as of 7/20/09).

These scores do not include the essay. However, we consider many factors when admitting students.

Q. What if I ever need help, guidance or support at Hofstra?

A. We have excellent first-year programs – to help you adjust to both the academic and social life of the University. Every Hofstra first-year student has a dedicated University adviser and faculty adviser in addition to access to tutors and many other support services. The Office of Orientation and New Student Programs, as well as Hofstra’s Saltzman Community Services Center, are also available to students.

Q. I’ve read this brochure cover to cover, and I still have questions. Now what?

A. Detailed information is available at hofstra.edu or use the links that appear throughout this book. (Even better, call 1-800-HOFSTRA to arrange an interview and personal tour of our campus.)

You have questions. We have answers.

And if you don’t see them here, we’ll find them for you ... fast.

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You know you want a great school.

An amazing experience.

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make your

Hofstra is 25 miles east of New York City: incredible companies, culture ... everything!

You want the degree, the knowledge and the connections you need to stand apart, rise above, be successful, and reach your dreams.

We’re Hofstra University. That’s what we do.

Allow us to help you discover your strengths.

Unlock your potential. And find your edge.

Annual Tuition, Fees and Expenses (2009-2010) Tuition and Fees: $30,130

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better Find your Admission counselor at hofstra.edu/admcontact or contact our Admission experts at admission@hofstra.edu and we’ll get back to you quickly.

best Visit our campus, meet our faculty and students, experience our community – call 1-800-HOFSTRA to arrange a personal tour.

Average Housing and Dining Plan: $9,890 Average Books and Supplies: $1,000 Average Personal Expenses and Transportation: $2,715

Hofstra offers a wide range of financial aid and scholarship options.

For details, visit hofstra.edu/financialaid

Undergraduate Program Options Accounting: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.S.* African Studies: B.A. American Studies: B.A. Anthropology: Anthropology: B.A. Anthropology-Archaeology: B.A. Art History: B.A. Asian Studies: B.A. Athletic Training: B.S. Audio/Radio: B.A. Biochemistry: B.S. Biology: B.A., B.S. Business Economics: B.S. Business Education: B.B.A. Business: Accounting: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.S.* Business Education: B.B.A. Entrepreneurship: B.B.A. Entrepreneurship/Human Resources Management: B.B.A./M.S.* Finance: B.B.A. Information Technology: B.B.A. International Business: B.B.A. Legal Studies in Business: B.B.A. Management: B.B.A. Management/Human Resources Management: B.B.A./M.S.* Marketing: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.S.* Marketing Research: B.B.A./M.S.* Taxation: B.B.A./M.S.* Chemistry: B.A., B.S. Chinese: B.A. Chinese Studies: B.A. Classics: B.A. Communication: Audio/Radio: B.A. Film Studies/Production: B.A. Journalism: B.A. Mass Media Studies: B.A. Public Relations: B.A. Speech Communication & Rhetorical Studies: B.A. Video/Television: B.A., B.S. Video/Television & Business: B.S. Video/Television & Film: B.S. Community Health: B.S. Comparative Literature and Languages: B.A. Computer Engineering: B.S. Computer Science: B.A., B.S. Computer Science & Mathematics (dual): B.S. Dance: B.A. Dance Education: B.S.Ed. Drama: B.A. Economics: Business Economics: B.S. Economics: B.A. Mathematical Business Economics: B.S. Mathematical Economics: B.A. Education: Early Childhood and Childhood Education (with dual major in a liberal arts discipline): B.A. Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) (with dual major in a liberal arts discipline): B.A. Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) (with dual major in a liberal arts discipline): B.A. Secondary Education (with dual major): English Education: B.A. Foreign Language Education – French: B.A. Foreign Language Education – German: B.A. Foreign Language Education – Italian: B.A. Foreign Language Education – Russian: B.A. Foreign Language Education – Spanish: B.A. Mathematics Education: B.A. Science Education – Biology: B.A. Science Education – Chemistry: B.A. Science Education – Earth Science: B.A. Science Education – Physics: B.A. Social Studies Education: B.A. Other Education Programs Include: Athletic Training: B.S. Business Education: B.B.A. Community Health: B.S. Dance Education: B.S.Ed. Exercise Specialist: B.S. Fine Arts Education: B.S.Ed. Health Education: B.S. Health Science: B.S. Music Education: B.S.Ed. Physical Education: B.S.Ed.

Engineering: Electrical Engineering: B.S. Engineering Science – Biomedical: B.A.; B.E. Engineering Science – Civil: B.E. Engineering Science – Production & Manufacturing: B.A. Industrial Engineering: B.S. Mechanical Engineering: B.S. English: English – Creative Writing & Literature: B.A. English – English & American Literature: B.A. English – Publishing Studies & Literature: B.A. English Education: B.A. Entrepreneurship: B.B.A. Environmental Resources: B.S. Exercise Specialist: B.S. Film Studies/Production: B.A. Finance: B.B.A. Fine Arts: Fine Arts – Ceramics: B.A., B.S. Fine Arts – Design: B.A., B.S. Fine Arts – Painting: B.A., B.S. Fine Arts – Photography: B.A., B.S. Fine Arts – Sculpture/Jewelry: B.A., B.S. Fine Arts Education: B.S.Ed. Foreign Language Education (French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish) (with dual major): B.A. Forensic Science: B.S. French: B.A. Geography: B.A. Geology: B.A., B.S. German: B.A. Global Studies: B.A. Health Education: B.S. Health Science: B.S. Hebrew: B.A. History: B.A. Ibero-American Studies: B.A. Ibero-American Studies with minor in International Business: B.A. Information Technology: B.B.A. International Business: B.B.A. Italian: B.A. Jewish Studies: B.A. Journalism: B.A. Labor Studies: B.A. Latin: B.A. Latin American & Caribbean Studies: B.A. Legal Education Accelerated Program (LEAP): B.A./J.D.* Legal Studies in Business: B.B.A. Liberal Arts: B.A. Linguistics: B.A. Management: B.B.A. Marketing: B.B.A.; B.B.A./M.S.* Mass Media Studies: B.A. Mathematics: Computer Science and Mathematics (dual): B.S. Mathematical Business Economics: B.S. Mathematical Economics: B.A. Mathematics: B.A., B.S. Mathematics – Actuarial Science: B.S. Mathematics – Applied Mathematics: B.S. Mathematics – Chemistry: B.S. Mathematics – Computer Science: B.S. Mathematics – Engineering: B.S. Mathematics – Physics: B.S. Mathematics Education (with dual major): B.A. Music: Music: B.A. Music – History/Literature: B.S. Music – Jazz & Commercial Music: B.S. Music – Music Merchandising: B.S. Music – Performance: B.S. Music – Theory & Composition: B.S. Music Education: B.S.Ed. Philosophy: B.A. Physical Education: B.S.Ed. Physician Assistant Studies: B.S.*

Physics: Applied Physics: B.S. Physics: B.A., B.S. Political Science: B.A. Pre-Professional Programs: Pre-Allied Medical Professions Pre-Dental Pre-Law Pre-Medical/Pre-Health Pre-Veterinary Psychology: B.A. Public Relations: B.A. Religion: B.A. Russian: B.A. Science Education (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics) (with dual major): B.A. Social Studies Education (with dual major): B.A. Sociology: B.A. Spanish: B.A. Speech Communication & Rhetorical Studies: Speech Communication & Rhetorical Studies: B.A. Speech Communication & Rhetorical Studies – Communication, Citizenship, and Public Advocacy: B.A. Speech Communication & Rhetorical Studies – Communication, Culture, and Social Action: B.A. Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences: B.A. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math): B.A. Technology and Public Policy: B.S. Theater Arts: Theater Arts – Performance Sequence: B.F.A. Theater Arts – Production Sequence: B.F.A. Urban Ecology: B.A., B.S. Video/Television: B.A., B.S. Video/Television & Business: B.S. Video/Television & Film: B.S. Women’s Studies: B.A. *These programs take more than four years to complete.

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